Catalyst Partners

The Kraft Heinz Company is the third-largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth-largest food and beverage company in the world, with eight $1 billion+ brands. A globally trusted producer of delicious foods, The Kraft Heinz Company provides high quality, great taste and nutrition for all eating occasions whether at home, in restaurants or on the go.

Rijk Zwaan develops high-quality fruit and vegetable varieties for the professional agri-food sector. As an independent family-owned company, we operate globally in over 100 countries. With more than 30 different crops and over 1,800 varieties, we provide high-quality seeds to growers worldwide. Our aim is to offer a wide range of fruit and vegetable varieties, whether for high-tech greenhouse, protected cultivation or open-field farming.

Oost NL is the Eastern Netherlands Development Agency, dedicated to driving sustainable and healthy transitions. With a focus on technological innovation, the agency supports advancements in sustainable food, accessible healthcare, and smart energy in the Eastern Netherlands. By investing public funds in innovative companies, fostering their growth, and connecting the region with national and international partners, Oost NL strengthens the regional economy. The agency operates on behalf of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate, as well as the provinces of Gelderland and Overijssel.

Invest-NL is an impact investor committed to businesses and projects that will make the Netherlands more sustainable and innovative. Its focus lies on carbon-neutral and circular economy and on innovative, fast-growing companies, or scale-ups. Invest-NL supports innovative entrepreneurs through financing and advice according to one simple principle: impact is our goal, return is our means.